Description

Acquire the skills to conduct successful internal environmental management system audits for an ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System. The course includes a full-simulated audit so you can develop and refine your skills under the guidance of a Plexus Master Trainer.

Length: 2 days
Prerequisites: Highly recommended Plexus Understanding ISO 14001:2004
CEUs: 1.5

Benefits

• Learn the full range of internal auditing skills that will help you become a strong advocate and leader in your company's effort to obtain maximum value from your commitment to ISO 14001:2004.
• Gain confidence in your audit skills - from planning through reporting the results.
• Get real-life experience working as a member of a functioning audit team.
• Optimize understanding and retention with the Plexus Learning Model

- Multiple learning channels through lecture, coaching, group activities, innovative learning exercises and case studies.
- Hands-on insights. Lecturing is minimized so learning is maximized.
- Learn by doing. Connect the lessons learned to your real world by using your current circumstances as examples for activities.

Highlights

• Define and use basic quality system terminology.
• Innovative exercises will help you thoroughly understand the purpose and role of the internal quality auditor.
• Learn and practice effective communication skills and techniques, including effective questioning and conflict management.
• Plan, prepare and perform an internal quality audit. You will participate in audit team meetings, collect evidence and report your findings!

Who Should Attend

• Members of your company's ISO 14001:2004 implementation team
• Representatives from key functional groups
• Internal auditors for ISO 14001:2004

Instructors

Plexus Master Trainers. In addition to facilitating ISO 14001:2004 Internal Environmental Management System Auditing training, Plexus Master Trainers train and evaluate:

• ISO 9001:2000, ISO/TS 16949:2002, ISO 14001:2004 and AS9100 trainers
• ISO/TS 16949 certification body auditors and supplier auditors

Plexus also customizes training for organizations worldwide.

Agenda

Day 1

• Quality System Terminology and the ISO 14001:2004 Requirements
• What is an Audit?
• The Internal Auditor
• Communication Skills

Day 2

• How to Plan for the Audit
• How to prepare for the Audit
• How to Perform the Audit

Course Availability

This course is offered at AIAG and as an in-house course at your company. When delivered at your location, this course gives you a great start in assembling an expert ISO 14001:2004 EMS internal audit team!